Deputy Clinic Administrator III

Overview Serves in a leadership and management position in a tribal health clinic that provides ambulatory care and community health services. Assures that patient needs are met in a professional, friendly, caring, an culturally appropriate manner. Responsible for compliance with the laws, regulations, policies, and accreditation standards. Reviews and implements tribal and funding agency policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance. Qualifications EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Health Administration, Public Relations, Management, or a related field; or six (6) years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS. At least three (3) years of experience in a related field. COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED An individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Payroll systems; Spreadsheet software; and Word Processing software. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS Employee must not and will not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG’s Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA’s List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG’s List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Educated on and compliant with HIPAA regulations; maintains strict confidentiality of client information. Must Meet and maintain periodic background investigation and adjudication for childcare. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Routine duties shall include providing health care services to individuals eligible for services in accordance with the self-governance compact and funding agreement between the Cherokee Nation and the United States executed under the authority of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. Assists the Clinic Administrator with the overall management of the clinic in providing ambulatory care and community health services. Manages and maintains administrative documents and personnel files. Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures. Reviews and approves inventory records and reports as required. Assists the Clinic Administrator in facilitating clinic accreditation. Assists the Clinic Administrator in the staffing and training of the assigned staff. Assists in reviewing and implementing tribal and funding agency policies, procedures, and regulations, to ensure compliance. Assists in monitoring the clinic's expenditures and assists in the preparation of budgets. Drafts correspondence, memorandums, and reports for the Clinic Administrator as needed. Ensure proper safety requirements are performed and met to ensure the safety of all clinic staff. Maintains GSA vehicle records, keys, and reporting requirements. Coordinates special projects as assigned by the Clinic Administrator. Other duties may be assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES May supervise employees as assigned. Acts as Clinic Administrator in their absence by managing the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of up to one hundred thirty-six (136) or more employees in the assigned clinic. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Health Administration, Public Relations, Management, or a related field; or six (6) years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS. At least three (3) years of experience in a related field. COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED An individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Payroll systems; Spreadsheet software; and Word Processing software. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS Employee must not and will not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Educated on and compliant with HIPAA regulations; maintains strict confidentiality of client information. Must Meet and maintain periodic background investigation and adjudication for childcare. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.